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Nov 2022
14m 33s

The FIFA World Cup

Gary Arndt | Glassbox Media
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In 1872 the first international football match took place between England and Scotland.  Since then, international football has been at the apex of world sport.  Starting in 1930, a quadrennial competition has been held where the greatest national teams competed to determine the world champion. Learn more about the FIFA World Cup, its history, and the contro ... Show More
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